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Two men have been arrested in Rotherham on gun and drugs allegations by police investigating two shootings in Sheffield.

Armed officers were filmed as they swooped at an address in Broom Valley Road and were recorded barking orders at a man as he emerged, before he was handcuffed by one officer while others covered the incident.

The incident was a dramatic chapter in an investigation which South Yorkshire Police say is moving "at pace" following shootings at Machon Bank and Union Street, Nether Edge, on Friday evening.

Video from the scene shared by Khabar wala on Facebook show armed police arresting a man in the street.

Damage thought to be caused by guns was found at each location and a firearm was recovered in the Machon Bank area.

Police believe the incidents, 45 minutes apart, were linked.

Now they have confirmed men aged 20 and 23 were arrested in Rotherham on Saturday afternoon, with both remaining in custody.

A force spokesman said: "Extensive enquiries are being carried out as officers build up a picture of the circumstances leading up to the firearm discharge.

"Yesterday (9 May) at around 2pm, officers executed a warrant in Broom Valley Road, Rotherham. Two men, aged 20 and 23, have been arrested for firearm and drug related offences.

"They both remain in police custody at this time.

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"Dedicated patrols in the Nether Edge and Machon Bank areas are continuing today and for the rest of the week, as our officers work tirelessly to disrupt organised criminals operating in the city, and to ensure the local community feels safe at this time.

"Anybody with any concerns is encouraged to speak to one of our officers. "

Police had previously appealed for anyone with information about the shootings to contact them.